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Ghana's new cocoa law: Every restriction, penalty and what cocoa farmers can still do
The Ghana Cocoa Board Bill, 2026, would prohibit the conversion of cocoa farms without government approval once it becomes law.
The Ghana Cocoa Board Bill, 2026, passed under a Certificate of Urgency on July 31, 2026, introduces tougher protections for cocoa farms, stiffer penalties for illegal activities and new welfare measures for farmers.
If President Mahama signs the bill into law, the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, the Ministry of Finance and the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) are expected to issue implementation guidelines.
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